Chinese Hot Mustard
Unleash the bold, fiery kick of homemade Chinese Hot Mustard with this quick and easy recipe! Made from just four simple ingredients—dry mustard powder, cold water, rice vinegar, and an optional hint of soy sauce—this traditional Chinese condiment comes together in just 5 minutes with no cooking required. Its bold, sinus-clearing heat is perfectly balanced with a touch of tanginess, making it an irresistible pairing for egg rolls, dumplings, roasted meats, or crispy wontons. Customize it with soy sauce for an added layer of umami, and serve it freshly mixed to savor its peak pungency. Perfect for fans of spicy flavors, this mustard is an authentic, restaurant-quality addition to your favorite Asian dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Dry mustard powder
- 3 tablespoons Cold water
- 1 teaspoon Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Soy sauce (optional)
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, measure out 4 tablespoons of dry mustard powder.
Gradually add 3 tablespoons of cold water to the mustard powder, stirring constantly with a spoon to form a smooth paste.
Stir in 1 teaspoon of rice vinegar to add a subtle tang and balance the heat.
If desired, mix in 1 teaspoon of soy sauce for an extra layer of umami flavor.
Allow the mixture to sit for 3-5 minutes to let the mustard develop its heat and flavor.
Transfer the mustard to a small serving dish. Serve immediately as a dip or condiment.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
149 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.9 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 318 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.2 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 130 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 432 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
